Dave and Sandra Benson established the business in 1981 selling knitting machines, accessories and yarn. Initially they sold some overlockers. They gradually moved into sewing machines and fabrics after Sandra completed a City and Guilds course in Patchwork and Quilting. Today the shop is devoted to sewing, patchwork and quilting and there are no knitting machines or yarns in sight.

If you are driving, as you enter Newton Abbot follow the signs for the railway station. There are short stay parking spaces very close to the shop or for long stay parking use Osbourne Road car park. To get to the car park drive past the shop towards Newton Abbot town and take the first right onto Quay Road.

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These beginner's classes cover the very basics of machine sewing. You will start by learning about machine maintenance, needles, threads and accessories, the balanced stitch, essential sewing tools and utility stitches. You will then cover applique and making a small project. Fabrics are included. For this bag you will use applique and free embroidery techniques - or you can just make a plain bag.

Sewing Machines Report

Our prices are competitive but we do not compete with on-line / internet prices as we offer more than just packing you off with a box. We give after sales service and basic sewing machine and overlocker classes with every machine sold. We are main dealers for Pfaff and Brother and sell a wide range of their sewing machines and overlockers.

Reviews (14)

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Astrid Bannister

Aug 29, 2021

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Very helpful lady runs the shop is very happy to help when buying a new sewing machine and gives u a started pack to go with it

Lucy-Anne Nesbitt

Aug 14, 2021

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Can I just say what the most wonderful little shop this is; the friendliest and most helpful sewing shop, it’s a firm favourite 😍

G. Neep

Feb 15, 2021

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Sandra is always helpful with any sewing problem I have. The workshops are excellent.

Toni Roche-Simmons

Jan 23, 2021

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Took my sewing machine in for a service today and the customer service was excellent. There was no pressure to get things done quickly. Made to feel welcome
Highly recommended taking your sewing machine here for a service or to be repaired.
Customer service is next to none
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Kerry Hopkins

Dec 02, 2020

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A really wonderful selection of fabrics, lovely Embroidery machine and, sewing machines. Great help in choosing and selecting the items you require.

Paula Skillin

Jun 28, 2020

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Great service, very friendly knowledgeable staff.. and beautiful tempting fabrics!

Rosemary Wilkinson

Apr 27, 2020

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Friendly and very helpful. I have brought an embroidery machine, plus yards of thread and quilting cottons over the past several years.

Hattie Greinig

Apr 04, 2020

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Just what a fantastic service. When I bought my machine I had a proper long tutorial learning all about it. Super machine and lovely lady :-)

Gemma Irving

Oct 18, 2019

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Fantastic service, wonderful staff, so helpful, always a lovely experience shopping here xx

Heather Gillett

Sep 28, 2019

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This shop and staff are wonderful. Nothing is too much trouble. I visit when we are on holiday 3 times a year and they remember me, which means that every customer is valued. Thank you very much. The choice of fabrics are varied and reasonably priced, sewing machines on sale here and sewing workshops/classes.

Lynda Bishopp

Aug 04, 2019

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I took my machine there prepared to leave it for repair and service. The lady in the photo mended it in 5 minutes, said it didn’t need a service and didn’t charge me. I will only use this shop from now on. Superb service with a smile!!

Sue Barlow

Jun 14, 2019

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Thank you so much Tracey for expertly sorting out my machine today. I’ve thrown my metal spools away & consider myself told 🙄 Such good service with a donation to Air Ambulance. See you again. Best wishes to you & Mum in Law😁😁😁 xx

Heather Johns

Dec 10, 2018

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Friendly and knowledgeable family business. They are also offering sewing lessons with my machine which is excellent and lovely workshops too. Would definitely recommend.

Lucy Collins

Aug 17, 2018

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Wonderful range of cotton fabrics, threads & sewing bits. Sandra is knowledgeable, friendly & helpful. Easy parking. There's always something that tempts me :D

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